Protection & Control Automation Lead

Join to apply for the Protection & Control Automation Lead role at Hitachi Energy Opportunity Lead automation, control and protection and communication parts of complex tenders and project execution characterized by large volume projects or frame agreements High risk opportunities Extensive, non‑standard tender documentation deliverables Complex delivery model with many teams and units involved in international projects Responsibilities Act as a technical lead and design authority for engineering deliverables, installation and commissioning activities of automation, control and protection and communication scope of supply Work with the customer to architect and provide solutions to drive innovative improvements and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction Collaborate with the supply chain function to identify potential vendors for requisite equipment and materials, cross‑check offers with specifications, supply quotations based on a suitable product mix and considering both technical and commercial aspects Manage the sales support within the sales process including tender and risk review, strategic definition of scope of delivery, definition of suitable terms and conditions, provision of bills of materials and estimated engineering hours Create and execute strategies for risk and opportunity management in own area of responsibility Create work plans and cost estimates in own area of responsibility; review and approve scope, budget and schedule Ensure adherence to safety standards and mitigate potential risks Support Contract Manager in functional field (new/change in scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications) Background Master’s degree in Power System, Electrical Engineering or similar, ideally with a focus on electrical power system Technical background in Substation automation, control and protection, OT Network and CS; ideally in OEM international companies Minimum of 10+ years of project execution experience as Lead engineer or technical project manager in the field of substation automation, control and protection & OT Network cyber security Experience in industrial control system / SAS / SCS with knowledge in HMI/SCADA system design, familiarity with communication protocols used in substations/wind farms, Network (L2‑L3) architecture, OT cyber security Ability to lead virtual teams and deliver results in a functional/project organization without direct reports and interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization Good understanding of various IEC standards such as 61850 (network & communication), 60870‑5‑104 (NCC), 62443 (CS), 61892 (installation), 61869 CT, 62439‑3 PRP/HSR etc. Willingness to travel (up to 20%) Excellent command of English is mandatory, additional European language skills are a plus Additional Information Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and IT Services and IT Consulting Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. With over one hundred and fifty years in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr